Chris Simms Unbuttoned

It's a mock draft megapod as Chris and Paul combine forces with Rotoworld's Josh Norris & Thor Nystrom. Will the Giants finally get a QB? Which wide receiver will be drafted first? And which of the top QBs falls out of Round 1 entirely? Plenty of surprises as we go pick-by-pick through Round 1 and predict who every team will take. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Chris & Liam recap a big sports weekend. Would (and should) the Seahawks be willing to move on from Russell Wilson (9:30)? With 10 days to go until the NFL Draft, prop bets are making the rounds and Chris gives his picks for what he'd put his money on (24:28). Will Dwayne Haskins fall out of the Top 10? How many Alabama players will go in Round 1? And with Tiger back on top, Chris reminisces about the time Woods came to Bucs training camp (32:45). Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Chris & Ahmed do a full-on mailbag episode, with questions from loyal listeners like @ABusyDad and @FourToeSteve (meet Zero Spleen Chris). Which defensive players would call out plays before they even happened (4:20)? One of the homies has a brilliant idea to use Saquon Barkley at a different position (19:15). Why did Chris get fined for his favorite NFL play (28:38)? What happened to The Hulk in the last Avengers movie? Who killed JFK (32:30)? What would it take to trade for Russell Wilson (36:30)? And which young offensive coach is a better playcaller than Sean McVay (1:13:30)? All this and more on a meandering journey into the mind of Chris Simms. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Chris and Paul dissect the latest Draft QB rumors (2:19). Could Dwayne Haskins drop out of the first round? And what would we trade for Josh Rosen? They then invite Pro Football Focus Analyst Steve Palazzolo on to discuss QBs and Drew Lock vs Will Grier (15:40). Then Chris reveals his Draft Power Rankings from a stacked DT group (39:51), including the Top 10 talent who "everybody is missing out on." Finally, Big Phil comes on to talk Russell Wilson trade rumors and play detective with Eli Manning extension talks (1:11:07). Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

With just over 2 weeks to the Draft, Chris Simms & Paul Burmeister debunk or confirm 10 popular Draft narratives (3:23). Is Kyler Murray worth the 1st overall pick? Is Daniel Jones worth a 1st rounder at all? Florida State edge rusher Brian Burns tells us about the food he's been eating to gain weight, and which movie he's seeing as soon as the Draft is over (39:30). Then the guys recap the weekend, including whether any school has had a better year than Texas Tech (53:35) and Antonio Brown's latest social media misstep (59:30). Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Chris Simms & Liam McHugh react to the explosive BR story about Mike McCarthy, Aaron Rodgers, and the Packers dysfunction (1:00). Top prospect Rashan Gary calls in to chat about the quirks of playing for Jim Harbaugh at Michigan, the first thing he'll buy once he's drafted, and why he wants a piece of Tom Brady (19:45). Chris & Liam then get you ready for the weekend with a few burning questions: is there anything worse than people telling you about your bracket? (yes); and who would you give a lifetime contract to? (37:10) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Chris Simms & Paul Burmeister get back to the Draft on today's podcast. With the Raiders working out Kyler Murray, Simms has some sage advice for Derek Carr on how to survive as a QB under Jon Gruden (3:00). Why the tape on Quinnen Williams reminds Simms of Aaron Donald (11:55). After some deeper thought, we have a change in last week's Edge Rusher ranks, and the guys respond to critiques from the homies (16:25). It's time to reveal the CB Draft Power Ranks, including a Josh Norman clone, and a guy Simms has much higher than the consensus (30:25). Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

It's April Fools' Day, and Chris Simms & Liam McHugh share stories of their favorite pranks (3:30). Another day, another Giants rumor. We sort through what stories to trust when it comes to the G-Men, and where Josh Rosen would rank among this year's crop of QBs (7:55). Vegas has released Over/Under win totals for 2019, and the guys rip through the 8 teams with new head coaches, including a surprising 'Over' and an even more shocking Simms proclamation of an offense that could crack the Top 10 (25:05). Weekend winners & losers includes Duke, cherry trees, bears, and Buffalo (52:15). Finally, Tom Brady has joined Twitter and comes in hot with an April Fools' gag of his own. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Chris Simms & Ahmed Fareed are joined by Rotoworld's Josh Norris to debate his Top 50 draft prospects and there are plenty of disagreements. Josh hypes up Hakeem Butler and Chris reenacts his experience with the Patriots war room (5:20). Then Chris settles an old debt with Dolphins coach Brian Flores as they tell old stories about Belichick, Gronk, and their time as low-level coaches in New England (47:40). We recap a big upset in the Sweet 16 of the Simms Madness bracket (1:04:00). Finally, on Opening Day, we run through some MLB-NFL themed prop bets and ask whether Chris’ Derek Jeter story included a gift basket (1:14:30). Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Wednesday means another Unbuttoned episode chock-full of NFL Draft goodness. Chris & Paul Burmeister first weigh in with some reservations about the NFL's new replay rules (3:00). Then, Iowa Head Coach Kirk Ferentz tells us what makes TEs T.J. Hockenson and Noah Fant both worthy of 1st round picks (12:10). Chris has seen your David Montgomery tweets and defends why the RB didn't make his Top 5 rankings last week (28:10). He then takes us through his Top 7 of a stacked Edge Rusher class, including four that could be Top 10 overall picks (32:56). Today's magic word: "bendability." Finally, Big Phil calls in to reminisce about Lawrence Taylor and whether the Cardinals should take a pass rusher over Kyler Murray (1:06:20). Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

It's a joint Unbuttoned/PFT PM pod as Chris Simms & Mike Florio are in Phoenix for the NFL Owners Meetings. They react to Rob Gronkowski's retirement (2:55)...have we really seen the last of Gronk? Mike educates Chris on Laverne & Shirley and other Happy Days spin-offs (17:20). Superagent Drew Rosenhaus comes on to discuss Gronk's decision and Tyreek Hill trade rumors (21:05). Finally, the Homies and PFT PM Posse fire off some Twitter questions on potential rule changes and the most entertaining NFL players of all-time (40:31). Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

It's a special 3-man weave on Unbuttoned. Chris Simms, Mike Florio, and Ahmed Fareed hit the real possibility of Tyreek Hill getting traded by the Chiefs (3:06). QB Pro Days are wrapping up, and the guys and wonder what's behind Mike Mayock's love of Dwayne Haskins, and if Will Grier jumps up Simms' rankings after a good performance (9:39). Before he heads out, Florio goes deep on his love affair with KISS, including a jarring story about Gene Simmons and a sweaty towel (25:35). Simms then breaks down the Jihad Ward weight room accident, and tells a story about the greatest feat of strength he ever saw (30:23). Finally, we look at which winners you advanced in our Simms Madness NFL bracket (39:40). Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

It's a jam-packed NFL Draft episode for Chris Simms & Paul Burmeister. They talk about why the hype has died down on Dwayne Haskins (4:08). Chris answers your Twitter feedback on last week's WR Draft Power Ranks and why he left out N'Keal Harry (8:18). Then Alabama DT Quinnen Williams joins us to talk about his draft prep and which fellow 2019 prospect is the "freskiest dude" he's seen on a football field (16:21). Chris reveals his RB Draft Power Ranks and the player who could be a more explosive Alvin Kamara (38:24) . Finally, Big Phil does his weekly appearance to say why Odell Beckham Jr & Antonio Brown might miss the Giants & Steelers (1:01:50). Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

It's March Madness, and we came up with our own Bracket Selection Show - how the NFL teams would be seeded if they stepped on the field right now. Chris Simms & Ahmed Fareed hit the AFC first, and it's still crazy to think how high the Browns are (4:40). With the NFC, there's a surprising #1 seed and a loaded division occupying the top half (30:10). Then, we have Simms' conversation with Texans All-Pro WR DeAndre Hopkins - why he isn't recognized among the top WRs in the league, what the trash talk is like with Jalen Ramsey, and the secrets behind his fashion sense (1:01:40). Finally, the guys hand out their winners & losers from the weekend, including a QB on the verge of setting an NFL record (1:14:05). Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Now that the dust has settled on NFL Free Agency, Chris Simms & Liam McHugh play a game of Word Association on the Giants master plan, Baker-to-Odell, comparing the Jets careers of Bill Belichick & Anthony Barr, and Aaron Rodgers' mood (4:10). Zion's return has the world buzzing, and Simms explains the similarities between him and Kyler Murray (39:15). Then the guys offer a few options in case you're sick of just filling out a bracket (47:30), the best thing to watch this weekend that you're not thinking about , the time Simms found himself in an unfortunate fistfight, and whether or not it's acceptable to drink green beer on St. Patrick's Day (52:15). Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Chris Simms & Paul Burmeister break down all angles of the Odell Beckham trade, one of the most shocking deals in NFL history. Phil Simms checks in to explain why Giants fans should be "confused" and what's next for the team (25:47). Then Chris unveils his latest Draft Power Rankings - today it's the Top 5 WR, including a guy who could be the next OBJ (49:19). Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Simms invades Florio's PFTPM to discuss a crazy couple days of free agency. Why is there only one team in on Le'Veon Bell (13:00)? The Raiders don't care about any rules (21:30). How the Jon Gruden-Derek Carr relationship will develop (29:30). Then the #PFTPMPosse chimes in with questions, including the most intriguing free agency move so far (39:05). Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Antonio Brown is headed to the Raiders. Chris Simms & Ahmed Fareed break down the blockbuster trade - why AB is an instant legend across NFL locker rooms, how Jon Gruden will welcome his new WR, and early over/unders on Brown's 2019 production (3:15); then a "Mystery Guest" calls in to discuss his big signing (30:00); the illegal tampering/flirting window has given way to the legal tampering/flirting window, and we rip through players on the move including Michael Bennett & Case Keenum (41:15); finally, our Winners & Losers of the weekend include a crazed fan and a washed up baseball player (55:20) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Apparently Simms' talk of "nice butts" didn't scare away Ahmed Fareed. They play a round of Free Agency Matchmaker (3:38), giving their best landing spots for Le'Veon Bell (Ravens? Eagles?) and other stars on the move. Then Tony Dungy calls in (21:28) to tell us why Josh Rosen shouldn't stop the Cardinals from drafting Kyler Murray and why he'll be driving 170 mph this weekend. Finally, the homies strike back at Simms' QB Draft Power Rankings as we take your Twitter questions (43:00). Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

QB Day went so long we split into Part 2. Big Phil joins Chris & Paul to talk about the time a baseball player called the cops on him, and whether or not the Giants should draft Dwayne Haskins (0:30). Plus, Chris explains why there are at least 15 safeties better than Landon Collins (30:15). Then Chris reveals his Top 3 QBs in the Draft, with a surprise (34:55). Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.